Perpetual Learning
Simone Dubois 
Did you know that the world is getting warmer and more humid? While this might sound like just a change in the weather, it’s actually creating a perfect breeding ground for ticks. As an atmospheric scientist, I’ve been studying these climate shifts, and one of the concerning impacts is how they’re affecting the spread of … Read more
Did you know that tiny plastic particles, invisible to the naked eye, are increasingly found in our environment? We’re talking about microplastics – fragments smaller than 5 millimeters that originate from larger plastic items breaking down. My background in atmospheric science has given me a unique perspective on how widespread these particles are, and a … Read more
Did you know that some people seem to age like a fine wine, their minds staying sharp well into their later years? Scientists are calling these individuals ‘SuperAgers,’ and they’ve been studying what makes their brains so resilient. Recent research has uncovered some fascinating differences in the brains of SuperAgers compared to their peers who … Read more
It’s August 11, 2025, and as the summer heat continues, many of us are seeking refuge indoors, often with the comfort of air conditioning. But what if those very systems that keep us cool could also be a source of a serious health concern? Recently, New York has seen a notable number of Legionnaires’ disease … Read more
It’s disheartening when the very foundation of knowledge we rely on starts to crack. Recently, headlines like “Fraudulent research is ‘destroying trust in science’” have been making waves, and for good reason. The rise of paper mills and outright research fraud isn’t just a behind-the-scenes problem for scientists; it has real-world consequences for all of … Read more
Did you know that a tiny fireball recently crashed into a home right here in Georgia? And guess what? Experts have confirmed it’s a meteorite that’s a staggering 4.56 billion years old! That’s older than our very own Earth. Think about that for a moment. We’re talking about a piece of the cosmos that’s been … Read more
It’s hard to imagine the ocean without its vibrant stars. But a devastating disease has silently claimed the lives of more than 5 billion sea stars over the past decade. Did you know that? It’s a staggering number, representing a significant ecological crisis. For a long time, the exact cause remained a mystery, leaving scientists … Read more
As someone who spent years immersed in atmospheric science, I’ve always been fascinated by what we can and can’t see from our planet’s surface. Today, August 11, 2025, I want to talk about something that’s quietly making it harder for us to explore the cosmos: light pollution. Did you know that many of the world’s … Read more
Did you know that beneath our feet, the North American continent might be sitting on a ticking geological clock? A recent study published by BBC Science Focus Magazine has highlighted some intriguing findings about a potential significant earthquake threat developing under North America. It’s a reminder that our planet is a dynamic place, and understanding … Read more
Did you know that parts of our very own DNA might have come from ancient viruses? It sounds like something out of science fiction, but a fascinating new study suggests that these viral remnants, embedded deep within our genome, could have played a surprisingly important role in how humans developed. Think about it: for millions … Read more